Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montague Township School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montague Township School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Montague Township School's student population of 310 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montague Township School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montague Township School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1218 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
21%
33%
Black
5%
15%
White
66%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montague Township School's ranking?
Montague Township School is ranked #1218 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Montague Township School?
310 students attend Montague Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montague Township School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montague Township School?
Montague Township School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montague Township School offer ?
Montague Township School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Montague Township School part of?
Montague Township School is part of Montague Township School District.
School Reviews
1 8/3/2020
School was good at one time, but currently admin has run it into the ground. Big turnover of teachers and large number of students go to other schools using choice program. Students may be forced back into a NY state urban school for high school and perhaps middle school. Beware those with children wishing to purchase Montague homes. You need to look for a more stable district. Lots of issues here.
5 12/9/2018
This is a GREAT school. As a current parent, I am very pleased with the growth I am seeing in my children. The techers here are top notch. They truly care and want to see every child do their best. I hope it continues this way!
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